Safety & Wellness Specialist
Quick answer
The International Rescue Committee is hiring a hybrid Safety & Wellness Specialist in Phoenix, Arizona, paying $23.50/hr to provide case management and support services to refugees and vulnerable populations.
- Role
- Safety & Wellness Specialist
- Organization
- International Rescue Committee (IRC)
- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $23.50/hr
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a Safety & Wellness Specialist to join their Phoenix office team. This role focuses on providing trauma-informed case management, supporting humanitarian reception programs, and managing participant care for research projects. The successful candidate will work in a hybrid environment, balancing office, remote, and field-based outreach to support vulnerable refugee and immigrant populations.
What you'll do
- Assess client needs and develop referral plans aligned with program eligibility.
- Support enrollment for clients based on arrival patterns and manage program data.
- Conduct surveys and interviews for the DEPTH research project.
- Provide trauma-informed, client-centered casework and crisis support.
- Perform outreach and coordinate services with community partners.
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, or a related field.
- 2+ years of related work experience, including 1 year with vulnerable populations.
- Fluency in English; bilingual skills (Spanish, Swahili, Kinyarwanda, Arabic, French) preferred.
- Valid driver’s license, active insurance, and reliable transportation.
- Ability to obtain an Arizona fingerprint clearance card.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive benefits include 10 sick days, 10 holidays, 20-25 days PTO, medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA, 403b retirement plan with matching, disability/life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This is a hybrid role that involves a combination of standard office time, remote work, and field-based activities within the Phoenix service area.
What is the compensation for this role?
The pay rate for this position is $23.50 per hour.
What are the primary qualifications required?
Candidates should have at least a bachelor's degree in a human services field and 2 years of related experience, with specific experience working with vulnerable populations.
Are there specific requirements for traveling or physical labor?
You must have a valid driver's license, access to reliable transportation, and the ability to lift 35 to 50 pounds for furniture and supply deliveries.
How to apply
Apply directly on International Rescue Committee (IRC)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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